By blade1k89 on Skatehive
From Gin&Tonic to Coffee&Tonic: My New Sunday Recovery Ritual If you had asked me back in 2011 what my go-to drink was, the answer would have been easy: whisky or a cold beer. Simple, classic, effective. However, tastes evolve. In recent years, I’ve found myself gravitating toward the crisp, botanical profile of a Gin & Tonic. It’s been my perfect combination for a long time. But last Sunday was different. I had just finished a long run and was completely exhausted. I needed something refreshing, but it was way too early for a cocktail, and a standard G&T wasn't what my body was craving. I wanted that tonic "zing" but with a different kind of kick. That’s when I decided to experiment with a Coffee & Tonic. The Process I didn't want to overcomplicate it, but I wanted it to be right: The Brew: I started by brewing a strong batch of coffee using my Moka Pot. The key here is patience—I let it sit until it reached room temperature so it wouldn't immediately melt the ice. The Build: I filled